From 6 April 2025, there will be a new legal right to time off work for employees to care for a child of theirs that requires neonatal care (Neonatal Care Leave (NCL)).

From 6 April 2025, there will be a new legal right to time off work for employees to care for a child of theirs that requires neonatal care (Neonatal Care Leave (NCL)).
When a charity is a company, it is subject to the rules governing companies as well as to the rules governing charities. New legislation is bringing significant change to companies in the UK, are you ready for that? Or do you need to make a change to your governance systems?
The legal vehicle for your charity should provide a structure for good governance and legal compliance. But over time the needs of a ministry change – as well as the legal landscape. Could now be the right time for you to make a change?
Get to know two new members of our Legal Support Team. This team provides support for all our fee earners, allowing them to more effectively serve churches and charities.
There has been a very significant decision by the Employment Appeal Tribunal (the EAT). This could affect the role of trustees and office-holders in charities, including churches. It potentially means that trustees have protection as “whistleblowers”.
It’s been an incredibly busy summer of recruitment at ECS. We’re seeking to make accessible our Christ-centred legal expertise wherever it will be fruitful. And the growth of our legal and support teams is key to working towards this vision.
Discover key changes in the Employment Rights Bill and what they mean for Christian employers and church leaders. Learn how to stay compliant while upholding your gospel values.
Learn about the new legal obligations for Christian employers regarding sexual harassment at work. Ensure your workplace remains compliant while aligned with Christian values, and protecting people under your care.
We are thrilled to announce the publication of our 2024 Annual Review! This year’s review (covering the financial year March 2023 to February 2024) is packed with exciting highlights, inspiring stories, and encouraging statistics that demonstrate real gospel impact.
Ensure GDPR compliance for churches, charities, and Christian organisations with the ICO’s free privacy notice generator and Edward Connor Solicitors’ tailored GDPR pack.